Media and Communications Officer

Join an esteemed membership association as a Media and Communications Officer for a dynamic 12-month contract, working four days a week!

Your primary focus will be crafting and executing proactive and reactive print, online, and broadcast media campaigns to amplify the association's benefits. Additionally, you'll contribute to broader communications initiatives by planning and generating content across various platforms.,

• Drive media campaigns to showcase the association's advantages through diverse media channels.


• Strategically engage with journalists to expand message reach, collaborating closely with subject matter experts.


• Craft and distribute timely press releases, comments, and statements.


• Compile media lists utilising media contacts platforms.


• Pitch and advocate compelling stories.


• Manage inbound media inquiries promptly and accurately, liaising with journalists and spokespeople.


• Coordinate media opportunities such as interviews and thought leadership features.


• Develop pitch angles, interview briefs, and Q&A materials.


• Maintain the Media Centre with the latest releases, coverage, and journalist information.


• Cultivate warm media contacts and draft media-related content.


• Collaborate with internal teams on forthcoming media prospects.


• Support spokesperson briefing and crisis media activities.


• Drive proactive media relations for annual Awards and specific campaigns.


• Collaborate with the Press Consultant and Digital Marketing Manager to execute a journalist-focused social media engagement strategy.


• Produce content for various communication channels including blogs, websites, newsletters, and social media platforms.


• Contribute to multi-channel campaign development and execution.


• Generate and publish digitally accessible content on the website (WordPress CMS - training provided).
  
  Demonstrable experience in media relations at an officer level.


• Proficiency in crafting content for diverse audiences and platforms.


• Track record of successfully pitching stories to journalists with tenacity and follow-through.


• Strong written communication, proofreading skills, and attention to detail.
  
  £33,500 pro rata

Part-time (4 days a week)
Contract (12 month contract)

Actively Interviewing,
• Part-time 12-month contract role (four days a week).


• Competitive salary: £33,500 pro rata.


• Flexible working arrangements with two days per week in our Central London office.